2002 Audi A6 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A6. (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A6 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | A6 | 330 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |